Great Liveshttp://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/greatlivesBiography series exploring the greatest people who ever lived. Matthew Parris interviews an eminent guest and an expert to reveal the truth behind their history heroes.Biography series exploring the greatest people who ever lived. Matthew Parris interviews an eminent guest and an expert to reveal the truth behind their history heroes.BBC Radio 4BBCpodcast.support@bbc.co.uken-gbhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/assets/artwork/greatlives.jpgGreat Liveshttp://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/greatlives(C) BBC 2015Tue, 27 Jan 2015 17:57:12 +0000biography, history, hero, famous, great, life, leader, genius, talented, remarkable, story, starbiography, history, hero, famous, great, life, leader, genius, talented, remarkable, story, starnononadultGreatLives: 30Jan15 Mervyn King on Risto RytiThe Finnish Prime Minster and banker is profiled by Sir Mervyn KingThe Finnish Prime Minster and banker is profiled by Sir Mervyn King...The Finnish Prime Minster and banker is profiled by Sir Mervyn KingTue, 27 Jan 2015 17:48:00 +000028:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150127-1748.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150127-1748a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives:20Jan15 Nora EphromJournalist Eve Pollard chooses the life of the stage and screenplay writer Nora Ephrom, famous for writing When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless in SeattleJournalist Eve Pollard chooses the life of the stage and screenplay writer Nora Ephrom, famous for writing When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless in Seattle...Journalist Eve Pollard chooses the life of the stage and screenplay writer Nora Ephrom, famous for writing When Harry Met Sally and Sleepless in SeattleMon, 26 Jan 2015 12:26:00 +000027:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150126-1226.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150126-1226b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 13 Jan 15: Guy BurgessMichael Dobbs champions the life of Guy Burgess - journalist, diplomat and spy. Matthew Parris chairs and Burgess’s biographer Stewart Purvis contributes to the debate.Michael Dobbs champions the life of Guy Burgess - journalist, diplomat and spy. Matthew Parris chairs and Burgess’s biographer Stewart Purvis contributes to the debate....Michael Dobbs champions the life of Guy Burgess - journalist, diplomat and spy. Matthew Parris chairs and Burgess’s biographer Stewart Purvis contributes to the debate.Tue, 13 Jan 2015 17:00:00 +000027:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150113-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150113-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 06 Jan 14: Richard the ThirdMatthew Parris talks to Philippa Langley, who led the search for the remains of Richard III in Leicester, to find out why for her his was a Great Life.Matthew Parris talks to Philippa Langley, who led the search for the remains of Richard III in Leicester, to find out why for her his was a Great Life....Matthew Parris talks to Philippa Langley, who led the search for the remains of Richard III in Leicester, to find out why for her his was a Great Life.Tue, 06 Jan 2015 17:00:00 +000027:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150106-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20150106-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 30 DEC 14: Roald DahlProfessor Tom Solomon proposes Roald Dahl for Great Life status.Professor Tom Solomon proposes Roald Dahl for Great Life status....Professor Tom Solomon proposes Roald Dahl for Great Life status.Tue, 30 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +000027:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141230-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141230-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 23Dec14: Michael YoungThe musician Brian Eno nominates Michael YoungThe musician Brian Eno nominates Michael Young...The musician Brian Eno nominates Michael YoungTue, 23 Dec 2014 17:13:00 +000024:26http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141223-1713.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141223-1713a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 16 Dec 14 : Louisa M AlcottJournalist Laura Bates tells Matthew Parris why her nomination for a Great Life is Louisa M. Alcott, author of Little Women.Journalist Laura Bates tells Matthew Parris why her nomination for a Great Life is Louisa M. Alcott, author of Little Women....Journalist Laura Bates tells Matthew Parris why her nomination for a Great Life is Louisa M. Alcott, author of Little Women.Tue, 16 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +000027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141216-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141216-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 09Dec14: Emil ZatopekComedian Arthur Smith on Czech runner Emil ZatopekComedian Arthur Smith on Czech runner Emil Zatopek...Comedian Arthur Smith on Czech runner Emil ZatopekTue, 09 Dec 2014 17:43:00 +000027:41http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141209-1743.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141209-1743b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 30 Sept 14 Lucille BallMatthew Parris asks Professor Edith Hall about the life and work of Lucille Ball, whom she nominates as a Great Life.
Producer: Christine HallMatthew Parris asks Professor Edith Hall about the life and work of Lucille Ball, whom she nominates as a Great Life. Producer: Christine Hall...Matthew Parris asks Professor Edith Hall about the life and work of Lucille Ball, whom she nominates as a Great Life.
Producer: Christine HallThu, 02 Oct 2014 11:36:00 +010027:36http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141002-1136.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141002-1136a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 23 Sept 14 Joseph BazalgetteMatthew Parris talks to Lord Adonis about the life of Sir Joseph Bazalgette and is joined by his great-great-grandson Peter.
Producer: Christine HallMatthew Parris talks to Lord Adonis about the life of Sir Joseph Bazalgette and is joined by his great-great-grandson Peter.
Producer: Christine Hall...Matthew Parris talks to Lord Adonis about the life of Sir Joseph Bazalgette and is joined by his great-great-grandson Peter.
Producer: Christine HallThu, 02 Oct 2014 11:17:00 +010027:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141002-1117.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20141002-1117a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 10 Sept 14 Dorothy L SayersDame Stella Rimington talks to Matthew Parris about her fascination with the life and writing of Dorothy L Sayers. With expert witness Seona Ford.Dame Stella Rimington talks to Matthew Parris about her fascination with the life and writing of Dorothy L Sayers. With expert witness Seona Ford....Dame Stella Rimington talks to Matthew Parris about her fascination with the life and writing of Dorothy L Sayers. With expert witness Seona Ford.Wed, 10 Sep 2014 09:15:00 +010027:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140910-0915.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140910-0915b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 09 Sept 14 Arthur RansomeSinger-songwriter and poet Labi Siffre chooses the life of children's author Arthur Ransome whose work he says has taught him more about moral responsibility than any holy book.Singer-songwriter and poet Labi Siffre chooses the life of children's author Arthur Ransome whose work he says has taught him more about moral responsibility than any holy book....Singer-songwriter and poet Labi Siffre chooses the life of children's author Arthur Ransome whose work he says has taught him more about moral responsibility than any holy book.Tue, 09 Sep 2014 17:06:00 +010027:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140909-1706.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140909-1706b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 02 Sept 14 GramsciDr Tom Shakespeare tells Matthew Parris why Antonio Gramsci's is a Great Life.Dr Tom Shakespeare tells Matthew Parris why Antonio Gramsci's is a Great Life....Dr Tom Shakespeare tells Matthew Parris why Antonio Gramsci's is a Great Life.Tue, 02 Sep 2014 16:30:00 +010028:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140902-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140902-1630c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 26 Aug 14 RommelField-Marshal Erwin Rommel, for a time Hitler's favourite general is nominated by Ray Mears. Matthew Parris hears why this German soldier was a "great life".Field-Marshal Erwin Rommel, for a time Hitler's favourite general is nominated by Ray Mears. Matthew Parris hears why this German soldier was a "great life"....Field-Marshal Erwin Rommel, for a time Hitler's favourite general is nominated by Ray Mears. Matthew Parris hears why this German soldier was a "great life".Tue, 26 Aug 2014 16:00:00 +010027:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140826-1600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140826-1600c.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: 19 Aug 14 Ida B WellsMatthew Parris leads a discussion on Ida B. Wells an African American civil rights and women's rights activist who was a political trailblazer and the choice of Baroness Oona King.Matthew Parris leads a discussion on Ida B. Wells an African American civil rights and women's rights activist who was a political trailblazer and the choice of Baroness Oona King....Matthew Parris leads a discussion on Ida B. Wells an African American civil rights and women's rights activist who was a political trailblazer and the choice of Baroness Oona King.Tue, 19 Aug 2014 16:30:00 +010027:55http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140819-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140819-1630c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 12 Aug 14 James BrownMatthew Parris invites his guests to nominate the person whom they feel is a great life. Music producer and DJ Jazzie B of Soul II Soul chooses James Brown.Matthew Parris invites his guests to nominate the person whom they feel is a great life. Music producer and DJ Jazzie B of Soul II Soul chooses James Brown....Matthew Parris invites his guests to nominate the person whom they feel is a great life. Music producer and DJ Jazzie B of Soul II Soul chooses James Brown.Tue, 12 Aug 2014 16:30:00 +010027:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140812-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140812-1630c.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: 05 Aug 14 Edward BurraWriter Jonathan Meades nominates the English artist Edward Burra, who died in 1976, arguing that he deserves to be better known. With Matthew Parris and biographer Jane Stevenson.Writer Jonathan Meades nominates the English artist Edward Burra, who died in 1976, arguing that he deserves to be better known. With Matthew Parris and biographer Jane Stevenson....Writer Jonathan Meades nominates the English artist Edward Burra, who died in 1976, arguing that he deserves to be better known. With Matthew Parris and biographer Jane Stevenson.Tue, 05 Aug 2014 17:00:00 +010027:55http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140805-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140805-1700c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Michael Palin nominates Ernest HemingwayMichael Palin first came across his Great Life when he was studying for school exams, his love of Ernest Hemingway has never gone away. He along with expert Naomi Wood tell Matthew Parris why this twentieth century legend is a Great Life.
Producer :Perminder KhatkarMichael Palin first came across his Great Life when he was studying for school exams, his love of Ernest Hemingway has never gone away. He along with expert Naomi Wood tell Matthew Parris why this twentieth century legend is a Great Life. Producer...Michael Palin first came across his Great Life when he was studying for school exams, his love of Ernest Hemingway has never gone away. He along with expert Naomi Wood tell Matthew Parris why this twentieth century legend is a Great Life.
Producer :Perminder KhatkarTue, 27 May 2014 16:00:00 +010027:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140527-1600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140527-1600d.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: John Craven on BrunelJohn Craven proposes engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Should this creator of great machines be considered a great man or is his finest feat the engineering of his own reputation?John Craven proposes engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Should this creator of great machines be considered a great man or is his finest feat the engineering of his own reputation?...John Craven proposes engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Should this creator of great machines be considered a great man or is his finest feat the engineering of his own reputation?Tue, 13 May 2014 16:30:00 +010027:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140513-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140513-1630c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Isy Suttie on Jake ThackrayIsy Suttie chooses Jake Thackray, Yorkshire's answer to Noel Coward. With Matthew Parris and Fake ThackrayIsy Suttie chooses Jake Thackray, Yorkshire's answer to Noel Coward. With Matthew Parris and Fake Thackray...Isy Suttie chooses Jake Thackray, Yorkshire's answer to Noel Coward. With Matthew Parris and Fake ThackrayTue, 06 May 2014 16:59:00 +010027:57http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140506-1659.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140506-1659c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Emma Kirkby on Henry PurcellSoprano Emma Kirkby discusses the life of English composer Henry Purcell with Matthew Parris. Despite dying at the age of 36, Purcell was arguably the first composer to become a national figure, as shown by his funeral at Westminster Abbey. Living through turbulent times, and through the reign of three monarchs, Purcell had to cope with shifting Catholic and Protestant regimes while producing a steady output of religious music. But he also did some of his most memorable and enduring work for the commercial theatre. Few composers have set the English language to music so felicitously. After his death, Britain produced few world class composers for 200 years. To discuss his legacy, Emma and Matthew are joined by Purcell scholar Michael BurdenSoprano Emma Kirkby discusses the life of English composer Henry Purcell with Matthew Parris. Despite dying at the age of 36, Purcell was arguably the first composer to become a national figure, as shown by his funeral at Westminster Abbey. Living...Soprano Emma Kirkby discusses the life of English composer Henry Purcell with Matthew Parris. Despite dying at the age of 36, Purcell was arguably the first composer to become a national figure, as shown by his funeral at Westminster Abbey. Living through turbulent times, and through the reign of three monarchs, Purcell had to cope with shifting Catholic and Protestant regimes while producing a steady output of religious music. But he also did some of his most memorable and enduring work for the commercial theatre. Few composers have set the English language to music so felicitously. After his death, Britain produced few world class composers for 200 years. To discuss his legacy, Emma and Matthew are joined by Purcell scholar Michael BurdenTue, 06 May 2014 13:43:00 +010024:26http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140506-1343.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140506-1343b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Arnold BennettWriter Deborah Moggach nominates the author Arnold Bennett whose work she thinks has been wrongly overlooked. Matthew Parris presents and Gyles Brandethn brings his enthusiasm and expertise.Writer Deborah Moggach nominates the author Arnold Bennett whose work she thinks has been wrongly overlooked. Matthew Parris presents and Gyles Brandethn brings his enthusiasm and expertise....Writer Deborah Moggach nominates the author Arnold Bennett whose work she thinks has been wrongly overlooked. Matthew Parris presents and Gyles Brandethn brings his enthusiasm and expertise.Tue, 29 Apr 2014 16:30:00 +010027:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140429-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140429-1630a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: BorgesMathematician Marcus de Sautoy chooses the blind Argentinian writer Jorge Luis Borges for Great Lives. He is fascinated by the connection between the creator of 'The Library of Babel' and science - did Borges really understand notions of infinity and space ? Biographer Jason Wilson adds colourful detail to the life of a great writer whom he insists was just being impish when it came to the weighty matters that have excited more than one mathematician over the years. The programme includes beautiful recordings of Borges in conversation in 1971. Marcus du Sautoy is the Charles Simonyi Professor for the Understanding of Science. The presenter is Matthew Parris, and the producer is Miles WardeMathematician Marcus de Sautoy chooses the blind Argentinian writer Jorge Luis Borges for Great Lives. He is fascinated by the connection between the creator of 'The Library of Babel' and science - did Borges really understand notions of infinity and...Mathematician Marcus de Sautoy chooses the blind Argentinian writer Jorge Luis Borges for Great Lives. He is fascinated by the connection between the creator of 'The Library of Babel' and science - did Borges really understand notions of infinity and space ? Biographer Jason Wilson adds colourful detail to the life of a great writer whom he insists was just being impish when it came to the weighty matters that have excited more than one mathematician over the years. The programme includes beautiful recordings of Borges in conversation in 1971. Marcus du Sautoy is the Charles Simonyi Professor for the Understanding of Science. The presenter is Matthew Parris, and the producer is Miles WardeTue, 22 Apr 2014 16:00:00 +010028:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140422-1600.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140422-1600a.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: Hans SloaneSir Mark Walport, the government's Chief Scientific Advisor champions the life of Sir Hans Sloane, founder of the British Museum. Along with expert Marjorie Caygill they tell Matthew Parris why they think Sloane is the mother and father of all collectors.
Producer : Perminder Khatkar.Sir Mark Walport, the government's Chief Scientific Advisor champions the life of Sir Hans Sloane, founder of the British Museum. Along with expert Marjorie Caygill they tell Matthew Parris why they think Sloane is the mother and father of all...Sir Mark Walport, the government's Chief Scientific Advisor champions the life of Sir Hans Sloane, founder of the British Museum. Along with expert Marjorie Caygill they tell Matthew Parris why they think Sloane is the mother and father of all collectors.
Producer : Perminder Khatkar.Tue, 15 Apr 2014 16:30:00 +010027:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140415-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140415-1630a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Dante"Whenever I have too much to drink, I bang on about Dante ...." Sarah Vine makes a choice from the heart - the great Italian writer Dante Alighieri, father of the Italian language and author of the Divine Comedy.
Matthew Parris presents, the producer is Miles Warde."Whenever I have too much to drink, I bang on about Dante ...." Sarah Vine makes a choice from the heart - the great Italian writer Dante Alighieri, father of the Italian language and author of the Divine Comedy. Matthew Parris presents, the producer..."Whenever I have too much to drink, I bang on about Dante ...." Sarah Vine makes a choice from the heart - the great Italian writer Dante Alighieri, father of the Italian language and author of the Divine Comedy.
Matthew Parris presents, the producer is Miles Warde.Tue, 08 Apr 2014 10:30:00 +010027:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140408-1030.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140408-1030a.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: Jacqueline Du PreEvelyn Glennie, solo percussionist talks about her admiration for the cellist Jacqueline Du Pre with presenter Matthew Parris.
Producer: Perminder KhatkarEvelyn Glennie, solo percussionist talks about her admiration for the cellist Jacqueline Du Pre with presenter Matthew Parris. Producer: Perminder Khatkar...Evelyn Glennie, solo percussionist talks about her admiration for the cellist Jacqueline Du Pre with presenter Matthew Parris.
Producer: Perminder KhatkarTue, 01 Apr 2014 16:30:00 +010027:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140401-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140401-1630b.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: Lisa 'Lefteye' Lopes chosen by Sara CoxSara Cox nominates Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes, a hip hop artist and rapper, the first on Great Lives. The presenter is Matthew Parris.
Producer: Perminder Khatkar.
Assistant Producer: Milly Chowles.Sara Cox nominates Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes, a hip hop artist and rapper, the first on Great Lives. The presenter is Matthew Parris. Producer: Perminder Khatkar. Assistant Producer: Milly Chowles....Sara Cox nominates Lisa 'Left Eye' Lopes, a hip hop artist and rapper, the first on Great Lives. The presenter is Matthew Parris.
Producer: Perminder Khatkar.
Assistant Producer: Milly Chowles.Tue, 28 Jan 2014 16:30:00 +000027:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140128-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140128-1630a.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: Kahlil Gibran chosen by Mark ConstantineBusinessman Mark Constantine champions the life of Kahlil Gibran, telling Matthew Parris how the poet has inspired him both at work and throughout his personal life.Businessman Mark Constantine champions the life of Kahlil Gibran, telling Matthew Parris how the poet has inspired him both at work and throughout his personal life....Businessman Mark Constantine champions the life of Kahlil Gibran, telling Matthew Parris how the poet has inspired him both at work and throughout his personal life.Thu, 23 Jan 2014 10:05:00 +000027:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140123-1005.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140123-1005a.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: Meg Rosoff on Isabella BirdThe novelist Meg Rosoff explains how the pioneering Victorian travel writer Isabella Bird inspired her life, work and love of horses.The novelist Meg Rosoff explains how the pioneering Victorian travel writer Isabella Bird inspired her life, work and love of horses....The novelist Meg Rosoff explains how the pioneering Victorian travel writer Isabella Bird inspired her life, work and love of horses.Thu, 23 Jan 2014 09:52:00 +000027:38http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140123-0952.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140123-0952a.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: Dave AllenComedian Dave Allen is chosen by Adil Ray, creator and star of Citizen Kahn. He explains to Matthew Parris how the legendary Irish comic helped shape his own career.Comedian Dave Allen is chosen by Adil Ray, creator and star of Citizen Kahn. He explains to Matthew Parris how the legendary Irish comic helped shape his own career....Comedian Dave Allen is chosen by Adil Ray, creator and star of Citizen Kahn. He explains to Matthew Parris how the legendary Irish comic helped shape his own career.Tue, 14 Jan 2014 16:30:00 +000027:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140114-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140114-1630a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: David Baddiel on John UpdikeThe writer and comedian David Baddiel and the novelist Justin Cartwright explain their fascination with one of the great figures of American literature, John UpdikeThe writer and comedian David Baddiel and the novelist Justin Cartwright explain their fascination with one of the great figures of American literature, John Updike...The writer and comedian David Baddiel and the novelist Justin Cartwright explain their fascination with one of the great figures of American literature, John UpdikeWed, 08 Jan 2014 10:12:00 +000027:40http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140108-1012.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20140108-1012a.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives:Sir David Chipperfield on Le CorbusierPioneer of Modern architecture, Le Corbusier, chosen by award winning architect Sir David Chipperfield.
Le Corbusier aimed to build a better world through radical buildings and the controversial reshaping of whole cities. Flora Samuel, Professor of Architecture at the University of Sheffield, joins Matthew Parris to unpick the life of a man who considered himself a herioc figure, fighting battles to improve the world.
Presenter: Matthew Parris. Producer: Melvin RickarbyPioneer of Modern architecture, Le Corbusier, chosen by award winning architect Sir David Chipperfield. Le Corbusier aimed to build a better world through radical buildings and the controversial reshaping of whole cities. Flora Samuel, Professor of...Pioneer of Modern architecture, Le Corbusier, chosen by award winning architect Sir David Chipperfield.
Le Corbusier aimed to build a better world through radical buildings and the controversial reshaping of whole cities. Flora Samuel, Professor of Architecture at the University of Sheffield, joins Matthew Parris to unpick the life of a man who considered himself a herioc figure, fighting battles to improve the world.
Presenter: Matthew Parris. Producer: Melvin RickarbyTue, 31 Dec 2013 16:31:00 +000028:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131231-1631.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131231-1631a.mp3BBC Radio 4Great Lives: Michael Horovitz on Allen GinsbergMatthew Parris is joined by Michael Horovitz who nominates fellow poet and founder of the Beat generation Allen Ginsberg as his Great Life. Ginsberg's friend and biographer Barry Miles provides biographical detail of this colourful and controversial writer, who through his battle for free expression inspired American counter culture.
Producer: Melvin RickarbyMatthew Parris is joined by Michael Horovitz who nominates fellow poet and founder of the Beat generation Allen Ginsberg as his Great Life. Ginsberg's friend and biographer Barry Miles provides biographical detail of this colourful and controversial...Matthew Parris is joined by Michael Horovitz who nominates fellow poet and founder of the Beat generation Allen Ginsberg as his Great Life. Ginsberg's friend and biographer Barry Miles provides biographical detail of this colourful and controversial writer, who through his battle for free expression inspired American counter culture.
Producer: Melvin RickarbyTue, 17 Dec 2013 16:30:00 +000028:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131217-1630.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131217-1630a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Hank Williams 11 Dec 2013Deacon Blue singer Ricky Ross nominates the 'Hillbilly Shakespeare' Hank Williams. Matthew Parris presents.Deacon Blue singer Ricky Ross nominates the 'Hillbilly Shakespeare' Hank Williams. Matthew Parris presents....Deacon Blue singer Ricky Ross nominates the 'Hillbilly Shakespeare' Hank Williams. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 10 Dec 2013 17:00:00 +000027:47http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131210-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131210-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Nancy Mitford 22 Jan 13Grace Dent loves Nancy Mitford for her wit, and for the way in which she showed women that it was possible to live your life. Grace Dent is a TV critic, newspaper columnist, author, and broadcaster - and a feared presence on Twitter. Nancy Mitford's greatest success came with the novels The Pursuit of Love (1945) and Love in a Cold Climate (1949). Matthew Parris asks what it is about Nancy that so inspires Grace, with the aid of biographer Lisa Hilton.
Producer Beth O'DeaGrace Dent loves Nancy Mitford for her wit, and for the way in which she showed women that it was possible to live your life. Grace Dent is a TV critic, newspaper columnist, author, and broadcaster - and a feared presence on Twitter. Nancy Mitford's...Grace Dent loves Nancy Mitford for her wit, and for the way in which she showed women that it was possible to live your life. Grace Dent is a TV critic, newspaper columnist, author, and broadcaster - and a feared presence on Twitter. Nancy Mitford's greatest success came with the novels The Pursuit of Love (1945) and Love in a Cold Climate (1949). Matthew Parris asks what it is about Nancy that so inspires Grace, with the aid of biographer Lisa Hilton.
Producer Beth O'DeaWed, 02 Oct 2013 12:28:00 +010028:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131002-1228.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131002-1228b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Bernard Montgomery 01 Oct 13In defeat, unbeatable; in victory, unbearable" – so said Winston Churchill on this week's Great Live, Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery. Many would argue that he was Britain's greatest field commander since Wellington - arrogant, hard to like but undeniably successful – one of the most, perhaps the most, conspicuously successful British commander of the Second World War. He was a national celebrity. In this edition of Great Lives - Al Murray - comedian and TV personality best known for his character of 'The Pub Landlord' champions Monty – and Al starts off by showing presenter Matthew Parris his action figure doll of the man.
Producer : Perminder KhatkarIn defeat, unbeatable; in victory, unbearable" – so said Winston Churchill on this week's Great Live, Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery. Many would argue that he was Britain's greatest field commander since Wellington - arrogant, hard to like but...In defeat, unbeatable; in victory, unbearable" – so said Winston Churchill on this week's Great Live, Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery. Many would argue that he was Britain's greatest field commander since Wellington - arrogant, hard to like but undeniably successful – one of the most, perhaps the most, conspicuously successful British commander of the Second World War. He was a national celebrity. In this edition of Great Lives - Al Murray - comedian and TV personality best known for his character of 'The Pub Landlord' champions Monty – and Al starts off by showing presenter Matthew Parris his action figure doll of the man.
Producer : Perminder KhatkarTue, 01 Oct 2013 17:00:00 +010027:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131001-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20131001-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: John Steinbeck 24 Sept 13Matthew Parris is joined by trade unionist Sir Brendan Barber who nominates American author John Steinbeck as his Great Life. The author of The Grapes of Wrath aimed to fight the cause of the common man, was derided by the right as a Communist and by the left as a sell-out for supporting the Vietnam war. Brendan Barber picks through the politics and explains how Steinbeck influenced him as a teenager to look towards joining the trade union movement.
Producer: Melvin RickarbyMatthew Parris is joined by trade unionist Sir Brendan Barber who nominates American author John Steinbeck as his Great Life. The author of The Grapes of Wrath aimed to fight the cause of the common man, was derided by the right as a Communist and by...Matthew Parris is joined by trade unionist Sir Brendan Barber who nominates American author John Steinbeck as his Great Life. The author of The Grapes of Wrath aimed to fight the cause of the common man, was derided by the right as a Communist and by the left as a sell-out for supporting the Vietnam war. Brendan Barber picks through the politics and explains how Steinbeck influenced him as a teenager to look towards joining the trade union movement.
Producer: Melvin RickarbyTue, 24 Sep 2013 17:00:00 +010028:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130924-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130924-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Ada LovelaceAda Lovelace, Lord Byron's only legitimate daughter is championed by TV presenter Konnie Huq , who along with Suw Charman Anderson tell Matthew Parris why she is a Great Life.Ada Lovelace, Lord Byron's only legitimate daughter is championed by TV presenter Konnie Huq , who along with Suw Charman Anderson tell Matthew Parris why she is a Great Life....Ada Lovelace, Lord Byron's only legitimate daughter is championed by TV presenter Konnie Huq , who along with Suw Charman Anderson tell Matthew Parris why she is a Great Life.Tue, 17 Sep 2013 17:00:00 +010027:32http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130917-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130917-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: George DevineMatthew Parris is joined by actor Peter Bowles who nominates George Devine, groundbreaking artistic director of the Royal Court Theatre. Devine battled against repressive censorship, enhanced the careers of actors like Lawrence Olivier and Peggy Ashcroft, and by discovering writers like John Osborne and other Angry Young Men changed British theatre forever. Helping guide us through the landscape of Devine's life is Philip Roberts, Emeritus Professor of Drama and Theatre Studies at the University of Leeds.
Produced in Bristol by Melvin RickarbyMatthew Parris is joined by actor Peter Bowles who nominates George Devine, groundbreaking artistic director of the Royal Court Theatre. Devine battled against repressive censorship, enhanced the careers of actors like Lawrence Olivier and Peggy...Matthew Parris is joined by actor Peter Bowles who nominates George Devine, groundbreaking artistic director of the Royal Court Theatre. Devine battled against repressive censorship, enhanced the careers of actors like Lawrence Olivier and Peggy Ashcroft, and by discovering writers like John Osborne and other Angry Young Men changed British theatre forever. Helping guide us through the landscape of Devine's life is Philip Roberts, Emeritus Professor of Drama and Theatre Studies at the University of Leeds.
Produced in Bristol by Melvin RickarbyTue, 10 Sep 2013 17:00:00 +010027:44http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130910-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130910-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Louise Michel 03 Sept 13TV journalist and writer Paul Mason talks to Matthew Parris about the 19th Century French anarchist, Louise Michel, heroine of the Paris Commune. They're joined by historian Carolyn Eichner who says that Michel "expounded action and aggression with a theatrical, infectious elegance."
Producer: Peter EverettTV journalist and writer Paul Mason talks to Matthew Parris about the 19th Century French anarchist, Louise Michel, heroine of the Paris Commune. They're joined by historian Carolyn Eichner who says that Michel "expounded action and aggression with a...TV journalist and writer Paul Mason talks to Matthew Parris about the 19th Century French anarchist, Louise Michel, heroine of the Paris Commune. They're joined by historian Carolyn Eichner who says that Michel "expounded action and aggression with a theatrical, infectious elegance."
Producer: Peter EverettTue, 03 Sep 2013 17:00:00 +010027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130903-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130903-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Ava GardnerThe writer Julie Burchill talks to Matthew Parris about the Hollywood star Ava Gardner. They're joined by Ava's biographer Lee Server. Often described as "the most beautiful woman in the world", Ava Gardner made 65 movies, ranging from ‘Mogambo' (for which she won an Oscar nomination) to ‘Maisie Goes To Reno' (for which she didn't). She had three husbands (Mickey Rooney, Artie Shaw and Frank Sinatra) and hundreds of lovers including Howard Hughes, David Niven, Robert Mitchum, John F.Kennedy and various playboys, beach-boys and bullfighters. She was, says Matthew Parris, a "hard-drinking, wisecracking, libidinous vamp – a liberated woman before the phrase was invented.The writer Julie Burchill talks to Matthew Parris about the Hollywood star Ava Gardner. They're joined by Ava's biographer Lee Server. Often described as "the most beautiful woman in the world", Ava Gardner made 65 movies, ranging from ‘Mogambo' (for...The writer Julie Burchill talks to Matthew Parris about the Hollywood star Ava Gardner. They're joined by Ava's biographer Lee Server. Often described as "the most beautiful woman in the world", Ava Gardner made 65 movies, ranging from ‘Mogambo' (for which she won an Oscar nomination) to ‘Maisie Goes To Reno' (for which she didn't). She had three husbands (Mickey Rooney, Artie Shaw and Frank Sinatra) and hundreds of lovers including Howard Hughes, David Niven, Robert Mitchum, John F.Kennedy and various playboys, beach-boys and bullfighters. She was, says Matthew Parris, a "hard-drinking, wisecracking, libidinous vamp – a liberated woman before the phrase was invented.Tue, 27 Aug 2013 17:00:00 +010027:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130827-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130827-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Rabindranath TagorePlaywright Tanika Gupta chooses as her Great Life, a man who is a hero to Bengali speakers across the World, Rabindranath Tagore.
Born in 1861, to a wealthy family in Calcutta, Tagore would be the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, his work spanning every genre. He was also a humanist, philanthropist, and thinker, whose friends included Yeats and Gandhi.
The producer is Lizz PearsonPlaywright Tanika Gupta chooses as her Great Life, a man who is a hero to Bengali speakers across the World, Rabindranath Tagore.
Born in 1861, to a wealthy family in Calcutta, Tagore would be the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize for...Playwright Tanika Gupta chooses as her Great Life, a man who is a hero to Bengali speakers across the World, Rabindranath Tagore.
Born in 1861, to a wealthy family in Calcutta, Tagore would be the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, his work spanning every genre. He was also a humanist, philanthropist, and thinker, whose friends included Yeats and Gandhi.
The producer is Lizz PearsonTue, 20 Aug 2013 17:00:00 +010027:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130820-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130820-1700b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Fela KutiPoet, playwright, and critic Gabriel Gbadamosi chooses as his Great Life the political maverick and inventor of Afrobeat, musician Fela Kuti, and tells Matthew Parris why his work deserves to be better known.
Whether withstanding ferocious beatings from the Nigerian police, insulting his audiences, or demanding a million pounds in cash upfront from Motown records, his strength and stubbornness were legendary, and his gift for controversy unmatched.
Fela had more than 25 wives, some of whom he beat, and was President of his own self proclaimed Republic. He smoked dope and was the scourge of the rulers of a corrupt Nigerian state and was acclaimed as having the best live band on earth.
Gabriel Gbadamosi is joined by Stephen Chan, professor of International Relations at the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London, to discuss the musical and political life of this outspoken force of nature.
Presenter: Matthew Parris Producer: Melvin RickarbyPoet, playwright, and critic Gabriel Gbadamosi chooses as his Great Life the political maverick and inventor of Afrobeat, musician Fela Kuti, and tells Matthew Parris why his work deserves to be better known. Whether withstanding ferocious beatings...Poet, playwright, and critic Gabriel Gbadamosi chooses as his Great Life the political maverick and inventor of Afrobeat, musician Fela Kuti, and tells Matthew Parris why his work deserves to be better known.
Whether withstanding ferocious beatings from the Nigerian police, insulting his audiences, or demanding a million pounds in cash upfront from Motown records, his strength and stubbornness were legendary, and his gift for controversy unmatched.
Fela had more than 25 wives, some of whom he beat, and was President of his own self proclaimed Republic. He smoked dope and was the scourge of the rulers of a corrupt Nigerian state and was acclaimed as having the best live band on earth.
Gabriel Gbadamosi is joined by Stephen Chan, professor of International Relations at the School of Oriental and African Studies at the University of London, to discuss the musical and political life of this outspoken force of nature.
Presenter: Matthew Parris Producer: Melvin RickarbyTue, 13 Aug 2013 17:00:00 +010027:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130813-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130813-1700b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Ivor NovelloAstrologer and performer Russell Grant chooses one of the greatest screen legends of cinema's early years – Ivor Novello. Born in 1893 in Cardiff, he was also a talented writer and composer, and would dominate both screen and stage with his epic romantic fantasies, until his death in 1951. Produced by Lizz PearsonAstrologer and performer Russell Grant chooses one of the greatest screen legends of cinema's early years – Ivor Novello. Born in 1893 in Cardiff, he was also a talented writer and composer, and would dominate both screen and stage with his epic...Astrologer and performer Russell Grant chooses one of the greatest screen legends of cinema's early years – Ivor Novello. Born in 1893 in Cardiff, he was also a talented writer and composer, and would dominate both screen and stage with his epic romantic fantasies, until his death in 1951. Produced by Lizz PearsonTue, 06 Aug 2013 17:00:00 +010028:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130806-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130806-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Florence Nightingale 28 May 13Dr Lucy Worsley, historian and Chief Curator at the independent charity, Historic Royal Palaces, chooses 'The Lady with the Lamp', Florence Nightingale. She's joined by biographer Mark Bostridge. Matthew Parris chairs.
Producer: Lizz PearsonDr Lucy Worsley, historian and Chief Curator at the independent charity, Historic Royal Palaces, chooses 'The Lady with the Lamp', Florence Nightingale. She's joined by biographer Mark Bostridge. Matthew Parris chairs. Producer: Lizz Pearson...Dr Lucy Worsley, historian and Chief Curator at the independent charity, Historic Royal Palaces, chooses 'The Lady with the Lamp', Florence Nightingale. She's joined by biographer Mark Bostridge. Matthew Parris chairs.
Producer: Lizz PearsonWed, 05 Jun 2013 15:15:00 +010027:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130605-1515.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130605-1515a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Primo Levi 21 May 13Edmund de Waal chooses a writer he believes is one of the greatest of the modern age - Primo Levi, author of the Periodic Table. Born in 1919 in Turin, Levi was an Italian Jew, one of the few deported to Auschwitz who would escape alive.
Ceramicist and author Edmund de Waal joins Matthew Parris to discuss how Levi's work inspired The Hare With Amber Eyes - his own memoir of his family's history as Jews in 19th and 20th century Europe. And biographer Ian Thomson, one of the last to interview Levi, explains why we shouldn't confuse Levi the writer with Levi the man.
Producer: Lizz PearsonEdmund de Waal chooses a writer he believes is one of the greatest of the modern age - Primo Levi, author of the Periodic Table. Born in 1919 in Turin, Levi was an Italian Jew, one of the few deported to Auschwitz who would escape alive.
Ceramicist...Edmund de Waal chooses a writer he believes is one of the greatest of the modern age - Primo Levi, author of the Periodic Table. Born in 1919 in Turin, Levi was an Italian Jew, one of the few deported to Auschwitz who would escape alive.
Ceramicist and author Edmund de Waal joins Matthew Parris to discuss how Levi's work inspired The Hare With Amber Eyes - his own memoir of his family's history as Jews in 19th and 20th century Europe. And biographer Ian Thomson, one of the last to interview Levi, explains why we shouldn't confuse Levi the writer with Levi the man.
Producer: Lizz PearsonTue, 21 May 2013 17:00:00 +010027:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130521-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130521-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Salvador Dali 14 May 13John Cooper Clarke, poetry's Punk Laureate and the Bard of Salford, nominates Salvador Dali for great life status - melting clocks, Mae West lip sofas, lobster telephones and all.
Producer: Mark SmalleyJohn Cooper Clarke, poetry's Punk Laureate and the Bard of Salford, nominates Salvador Dali for great life status - melting clocks, Mae West lip sofas, lobster telephones and all. Producer: Mark Smalley...John Cooper Clarke, poetry's Punk Laureate and the Bard of Salford, nominates Salvador Dali for great life status - melting clocks, Mae West lip sofas, lobster telephones and all.
Producer: Mark SmalleyTue, 14 May 2013 17:00:00 +010027:52http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130514-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130514-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Bill Shankly 7 May 13Mumsnet founder Justine Roberts champions the football manager Bill Shankly, who nurtured Liverpool to become one of the world's greatest sides. Matthew Parris chairs.
Producer: Jolyon JenkinsMumsnet founder Justine Roberts champions the football manager Bill Shankly, who nurtured Liverpool to become one of the world's greatest sides. Matthew Parris chairs.
Producer: Jolyon Jenkins...Mumsnet founder Justine Roberts champions the football manager Bill Shankly, who nurtured Liverpool to become one of the world's greatest sides. Matthew Parris chairs.
Producer: Jolyon JenkinsTue, 07 May 2013 17:00:00 +010027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130507-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130507-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Arthur Conan Doyle 30 Apr 13Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth nominates Sir Arthur Conan Doyle as his "Great Life". Matthew Parris chairs, assisted by biographer Andrew Lycett.
Producer: Jolyon JenkinsBroadcaster Gyles Brandreth nominates Sir Arthur Conan Doyle as his "Great Life". Matthew Parris chairs, assisted by biographer Andrew Lycett.
Producer: Jolyon Jenkins...Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth nominates Sir Arthur Conan Doyle as his "Great Life". Matthew Parris chairs, assisted by biographer Andrew Lycett.
Producer: Jolyon JenkinsTue, 30 Apr 2013 17:00:00 +010027:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130430-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130430-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: David Livingstone 23 Apr 13Dr David Livingstone was the Victorian equivalent of an astronaut - a man who ventured into the interior of Africa to report on territory that was wholly unknown to Europeans. In this programme, the explorer Colonel John Blashford-Snell explains why he admires his predecessor. Matthew Parris chairs the discussion, assisted by Dr Sarah Worden of the National Museum of Scotland.
Producer: Jolyon JenkinsDr David Livingstone was the Victorian equivalent of an astronaut - a man who ventured into the interior of Africa to report on territory that was wholly unknown to Europeans. In this programme, the explorer Colonel John Blashford-Snell explains why...Dr David Livingstone was the Victorian equivalent of an astronaut - a man who ventured into the interior of Africa to report on territory that was wholly unknown to Europeans. In this programme, the explorer Colonel John Blashford-Snell explains why he admires his predecessor. Matthew Parris chairs the discussion, assisted by Dr Sarah Worden of the National Museum of Scotland.
Producer: Jolyon JenkinsTue, 23 Apr 2013 17:00:00 +010027:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130423-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130423-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Kenny Everett 16 Apr 13Chris Tarrant nominates Kenny Everett, mad little geezer and genius deejay. Matthew Parris presents with help from biographer James Hogg and Captain Kremmen of the Star Corps.Chris Tarrant nominates Kenny Everett, mad little geezer and genius deejay. Matthew Parris presents with help from biographer James Hogg and Captain Kremmen of the Star Corps....Chris Tarrant nominates Kenny Everett, mad little geezer and genius deejay. Matthew Parris presents with help from biographer James Hogg and Captain Kremmen of the Star Corps.Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:00:00 +010027:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130416-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130416-1700d.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Galileo 09 Apr 13Bobby Friction - DJ and broadcaster better known for his Bhangra music remixes - champions Galileo Galilei, the Italian physicist and astronomer. For Bobby Galileo is almost 'God like' - If he didn't recant it would have been the ultimate two-fingered salute". Expert contributions come from Dr David Berman from Queen Mary, University of London.
Producer : Perminder Khatkar.Bobby Friction - DJ and broadcaster better known for his Bhangra music remixes - champions Galileo Galilei, the Italian physicist and astronomer. For Bobby Galileo is almost 'God like' - If he didn't recant it would have been the ultimate two-fingered...Bobby Friction - DJ and broadcaster better known for his Bhangra music remixes - champions Galileo Galilei, the Italian physicist and astronomer. For Bobby Galileo is almost 'God like' - If he didn't recant it would have been the ultimate two-fingered salute". Expert contributions come from Dr David Berman from Queen Mary, University of London.
Producer : Perminder Khatkar.Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:00:00 +010027:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130409-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130409-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: George Bell 02 Apr 13Peter Hitchens chooses George Bell, bishop of Chichester, who spoke out against the area bombing of Germany in 1944. Matthew Parris presents.Peter Hitchens chooses George Bell, bishop of Chichester, who spoke out against the area bombing of Germany in 1944. Matthew Parris presents....Peter Hitchens chooses George Bell, bishop of Chichester, who spoke out against the area bombing of Germany in 1944. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 17:00:00 +010027:37http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130402-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130402-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: William Robinson 29 Jan 13Gardener Carol Klein's great life is a hero of the wild garden, William Robinson. Matthew Parris presents with expert help from Robinson's biographer Richard Bisgrove.Gardener Carol Klein's great life is a hero of the wild garden, William Robinson. Matthew Parris presents with expert help from Robinson's biographer Richard Bisgrove....Gardener Carol Klein's great life is a hero of the wild garden, William Robinson. Matthew Parris presents with expert help from Robinson's biographer Richard Bisgrove.Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:00:00 +000027:26http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130129-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130129-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Aubrey BeardsleyLaurence Llewelyn-Bowen on the Victorian artist Aubrey Beardsley, whose shocking originality he compares to that of Alexander McQueen. Laurence's first foray into art was copying Beardsley drawings to sell at his school - with the more erotic ones fetching a premium price... Biographer Matthew Sturgis fills in the detail of Beardsley's short but extraordinary life, and Matthew Parris presents.
Producer Beth O'DeaLaurence Llewelyn-Bowen on the Victorian artist Aubrey Beardsley, whose shocking originality he compares to that of Alexander McQueen. Laurence's first foray into art was copying Beardsley drawings to sell at his school - with the more erotic ones...Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen on the Victorian artist Aubrey Beardsley, whose shocking originality he compares to that of Alexander McQueen. Laurence's first foray into art was copying Beardsley drawings to sell at his school - with the more erotic ones fetching a premium price... Biographer Matthew Sturgis fills in the detail of Beardsley's short but extraordinary life, and Matthew Parris presents.
Producer Beth O'DeaTue, 15 Jan 2013 17:00:00 +000027:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130115-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130115-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: JS MillMax Mosley chooses John Stuart Mill, British philosopher and author of On Liberty. Matthew Parris presents.Max Mosley chooses John Stuart Mill, British philosopher and author of On Liberty. Matthew Parris presents....Max Mosley chooses John Stuart Mill, British philosopher and author of On Liberty. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 08 Jan 2013 17:00:00 +000027:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130108-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130108-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: RasputinWas Rasputin really the lover of the Russian queen ? Richard Herring nominates his hero with help from Bob Service. Matthew Parris presents.Was Rasputin really the lover of the Russian queen ? Richard Herring nominates his hero with help from Bob Service. Matthew Parris presents....Was Rasputin really the lover of the Russian queen ? Richard Herring nominates his hero with help from Bob Service. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 01 Jan 2013 17:00:00 +000026:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130101-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20130101-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Vaughan Williams 25 Dec 12Classical composer Ralph Vaughan Williams is the hero of 6Music presenter Stuart Maconie. Matthew Parris is intrigued, and brings along the Chair of the Ralph Vaughan Williams Society to tell us more.Classical composer Ralph Vaughan Williams is the hero of 6Music presenter Stuart Maconie. Matthew Parris is intrigued, and brings along the Chair of the Ralph Vaughan Williams Society to tell us more....Classical composer Ralph Vaughan Williams is the hero of 6Music presenter Stuart Maconie. Matthew Parris is intrigued, and brings along the Chair of the Ralph Vaughan Williams Society to tell us more.Tue, 25 Dec 2012 17:00:00 +000024:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20121225-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20121225-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Jean CocteauChildren's author Francesca Simon chooses for her great life the writer, poet, filmmaker and artist Jean Cocteau. Matthew Parris presents.Children's author Francesca Simon chooses for her great life the writer, poet, filmmaker and artist Jean Cocteau. Matthew Parris presents....Children's author Francesca Simon chooses for her great life the writer, poet, filmmaker and artist Jean Cocteau. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:00:00 +000027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20121211-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20121211-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 04 Dec 12 Dick FrancisDick Francis, champion jockey and bestselling author, chosen by Martin Broughton. Matthew Parris presents.Dick Francis, champion jockey and bestselling author, chosen by Martin Broughton. Matthew Parris presents....Dick Francis, champion jockey and bestselling author, chosen by Martin Broughton. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 17:00:00 +000027:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20121204-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20121204-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: George OrwellIn conversation with Matthew Parris, former Home Secretary Alan Johnson explains why Orwell was crucial to his education and political development. He's surprised to learn that Orwell is not on the National Curriculum, and insists that Orwell would have hated I.D. cards. They're joined by Jean Seaton, Professor of Media History at the University of Westminster and Chair of the Orwell Prize.
Orwell was in the news recently when the outgoing Director-General of the BBC, Mark Thompson, turned down a proposal to erect a statue of George Orwell outside BBC Broadcasting House, reportedly telling Joan Bakewell that it was 'far too Left-wing an idea.'
Producer: Toby FieldIn conversation with Matthew Parris, former Home Secretary Alan Johnson explains why Orwell was crucial to his education and political development. He's surprised to learn that Orwell is not on the National Curriculum, and insists that Orwell would...In conversation with Matthew Parris, former Home Secretary Alan Johnson explains why Orwell was crucial to his education and political development. He's surprised to learn that Orwell is not on the National Curriculum, and insists that Orwell would have hated I.D. cards. They're joined by Jean Seaton, Professor of Media History at the University of Westminster and Chair of the Orwell Prize.
Orwell was in the news recently when the outgoing Director-General of the BBC, Mark Thompson, turned down a proposal to erect a statue of George Orwell outside BBC Broadcasting House, reportedly telling Joan Bakewell that it was 'far too Left-wing an idea.'
Producer: Toby FieldFri, 28 Sep 2012 10:02:00 +010028:00http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120928-1002.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120928-1002a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Edith Wharton"If only we'd stop trying to be happy we could have a pretty good time." Edith Wharton is as well known for her wit as for her novels. Born in 1862, she was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize, for The Age of Innocence in 1921. She is nominated by Naomi Wolf, the provocative American commentator and author of The Beauty Myth.
Presenter Matthew Parris is also joined in the studio by Janet Beer and Avril Horner.
The producer is Jolyon Jenkins."If only we'd stop trying to be happy we could have a pretty good time." Edith Wharton is as well known for her wit as for her novels. Born in 1862, she was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize, for The Age of Innocence in 1921. She is nominated..."If only we'd stop trying to be happy we could have a pretty good time." Edith Wharton is as well known for her wit as for her novels. Born in 1862, she was the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize, for The Age of Innocence in 1921. She is nominated by Naomi Wolf, the provocative American commentator and author of The Beauty Myth.
Presenter Matthew Parris is also joined in the studio by Janet Beer and Avril Horner.
The producer is Jolyon Jenkins.Tue, 25 Sep 2012 17:00:00 +010027:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120925-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120925-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Karel ReiszFilm director Stephen Frears discusses the life of his mentor, Czech-born director, Karel Reisz, with the help of critic and Reisz's friend, John Lahr. Frears is one of Britain's most successful directors, responsible for "My Beautiful Laundrette", "Dangerous Liaisons", and "Dirty Pretty Things", among many others. Reisz is probably best known for "Saturday Night and Sunday Morning", and "The French Lieutenant's Woman".
"Karel took me into his life and into his family and he took on the business of turning me into whatever it is I've become," Frears has said. "Without him, I wouldn't have become a film director". Matthew Parris chairs the discussion.Film director Stephen Frears discusses the life of his mentor, Czech-born director, Karel Reisz, with the help of critic and Reisz's friend, John Lahr. Frears is one of Britain's most successful directors, responsible for "My Beautiful Laundrette",...Film director Stephen Frears discusses the life of his mentor, Czech-born director, Karel Reisz, with the help of critic and Reisz's friend, John Lahr. Frears is one of Britain's most successful directors, responsible for "My Beautiful Laundrette", "Dangerous Liaisons", and "Dirty Pretty Things", among many others. Reisz is probably best known for "Saturday Night and Sunday Morning", and "The French Lieutenant's Woman".
"Karel took me into his life and into his family and he took on the business of turning me into whatever it is I've become," Frears has said. "Without him, I wouldn't have become a film director". Matthew Parris chairs the discussion.Tue, 11 Sep 2012 17:00:00 +010028:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120911-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120911-1700b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Stan LaurelComedian and performer Ken Dodd tells Matthew Parris how Stan Laurel inspired him to go into comedy, with the help of expert Glenn Mitchell.Comedian and performer Ken Dodd tells Matthew Parris how Stan Laurel inspired him to go into comedy, with the help of expert Glenn Mitchell....Comedian and performer Ken Dodd tells Matthew Parris how Stan Laurel inspired him to go into comedy, with the help of expert Glenn Mitchell.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 17:00:00 +010027:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120904-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120904-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: JuvenalMatthew Parris invites writer and comic Natalie Haynes to explain why her nomination for a Great Life is a Roman poet about whose life we know very little.Matthew Parris invites writer and comic Natalie Haynes to explain why her nomination for a Great Life is a Roman poet about whose life we know very little....Matthew Parris invites writer and comic Natalie Haynes to explain why her nomination for a Great Life is a Roman poet about whose life we know very little.Wed, 29 Aug 2012 15:49:00 +010027:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120829-1549.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120829-1549a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Leonard MaguireMatthew Parris finds out why the actor Bill Paterson nominates the Scottish actor Leonard Maguire for Great Life status. The expert witness is Leonard Maguire's writer daughter, Susie.Matthew Parris finds out why the actor Bill Paterson nominates the Scottish actor Leonard Maguire for Great Life status. The expert witness is Leonard Maguire's writer daughter, Susie....Matthew Parris finds out why the actor Bill Paterson nominates the Scottish actor Leonard Maguire for Great Life status. The expert witness is Leonard Maguire's writer daughter, Susie.Tue, 21 Aug 2012 17:00:00 +010026:28http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120821-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120821-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Sir Walter ScottTory MP, author and adventurer Rory Stewart champions the life of Sir Walter Scott. Matthew Parris is joined by biographer Stuart Kelly. Did Scott invent the idea of Scottishness?Tory MP, author and adventurer Rory Stewart champions the life of Sir Walter Scott. Matthew Parris is joined by biographer Stuart Kelly. Did Scott invent the idea of Scottishness?...Tory MP, author and adventurer Rory Stewart champions the life of Sir Walter Scott. Matthew Parris is joined by biographer Stuart Kelly. Did Scott invent the idea of Scottishness?Tue, 14 Aug 2012 17:00:00 +010028:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120814-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120814-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Josephine BonaparteJospehine Bonaparte, wife of Napoleon and first empress of France, nominated by Janine di Giovanni. Matthew Parris presents and expert advice from Andrea Stuart.Jospehine Bonaparte, wife of Napoleon and first empress of France, nominated by Janine di Giovanni. Matthew Parris presents and expert advice from Andrea Stuart....Jospehine Bonaparte, wife of Napoleon and first empress of France, nominated by Janine di Giovanni. Matthew Parris presents and expert advice from Andrea Stuart.Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:00:00 +010027:42http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120807-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120807-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Henry CooperDes Lynam nominates Henry Cooper, who fought Muhammed Ali twice. Matthew Parris presents and expert advice comes from Norman Giller.Des Lynam nominates Henry Cooper, who fought Muhammed Ali twice. Matthew Parris presents and expert advice comes from Norman Giller....Des Lynam nominates Henry Cooper, who fought Muhammed Ali twice. Matthew Parris presents and expert advice comes from Norman Giller.Tue, 31 Jul 2012 17:00:00 +010028:10http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120731-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120731-1700b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Sebastian WalkerLynn Barber talks to Matthew Parris about why Sebastian Walker remains such a memorable friend. They're joined by Walker's sister and biographer Mirabel Cecil.Lynn Barber talks to Matthew Parris about why Sebastian Walker remains such a memorable friend. They're joined by Walker's sister and biographer Mirabel Cecil....Lynn Barber talks to Matthew Parris about why Sebastian Walker remains such a memorable friend. They're joined by Walker's sister and biographer Mirabel Cecil.Tue, 22 May 2012 17:00:00 +010027:48http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120522-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120522-1700c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: GoyaDiana Athill joins Matthew Parris to explore the life of the Spanish painter, Francisco de Goya with the help of art historian Dr Sarah Symmons and reader Javier Marzan.Diana Athill joins Matthew Parris to explore the life of the Spanish painter, Francisco de Goya with the help of art historian Dr Sarah Symmons and reader Javier Marzan....Diana Athill joins Matthew Parris to explore the life of the Spanish painter, Francisco de Goya with the help of art historian Dr Sarah Symmons and reader Javier Marzan.Tue, 15 May 2012 17:00:00 +010027:30http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120515-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120515-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: John FordJohn Ford, director of Stagecoach, The Searchers and The Grapes of Wrath, is chosen by Eric Pickles for Great Lives. Matthew Parris presents.John Ford, director of Stagecoach, The Searchers and The Grapes of Wrath, is chosen by Eric Pickles for Great Lives. Matthew Parris presents....John Ford, director of Stagecoach, The Searchers and The Grapes of Wrath, is chosen by Eric Pickles for Great Lives. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 08 May 2012 17:00:00 +010028:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120508-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120508-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Edward SaidIn Great Lives, comedian and author Alexei Sayle explains to Matthew Parris why Edward Said inspired him.In Great Lives, comedian and author Alexei Sayle explains to Matthew Parris why Edward Said inspired him....In Great Lives, comedian and author Alexei Sayle explains to Matthew Parris why Edward Said inspired him.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:59:00 +010028:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120426-1659.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120426-1659a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: George LywardMusician and broadcaster Tom Robinson tells Matthew Parris how educationalist George Lyward saved his life. Dr Norman Alm provides expert assistance.Musician and broadcaster Tom Robinson tells Matthew Parris how educationalist George Lyward saved his life. Dr Norman Alm provides expert assistance....Musician and broadcaster Tom Robinson tells Matthew Parris how educationalist George Lyward saved his life. Dr Norman Alm provides expert assistance.Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +010028:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120424-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120424-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Gertrude SteinActivist and best-selling novelist Erin Pizzey chooses the American poet and writer Gertrude Stein. Joining presenter Matthew Parris in the studio is Diana Souhami, author of "Gertrude and Alice".Activist and best-selling novelist Erin Pizzey chooses the American poet and writer Gertrude Stein. Joining presenter Matthew Parris in the studio is Diana Souhami, author of "Gertrude and Alice"....Activist and best-selling novelist Erin Pizzey chooses the American poet and writer Gertrude Stein. Joining presenter Matthew Parris in the studio is Diana Souhami, author of "Gertrude and Alice".Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +010027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120417-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120417-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Oscar WildeWill Self chooses Oscar Wilde, author of The Importance of Being Earnest. Matthew Parris presents with expert contribution from Franny Moyle, biographer of Mrs Oscar Wilde.Will Self chooses Oscar Wilde, author of The Importance of Being Earnest. Matthew Parris presents with expert contribution from Franny Moyle, biographer of Mrs Oscar Wilde....Will Self chooses Oscar Wilde, author of The Importance of Being Earnest. Matthew Parris presents with expert contribution from Franny Moyle, biographer of Mrs Oscar Wilde.Tue, 10 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +010028:05http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120410-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120410-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Dylan ThomasDylan Thomas proposed by another Welsh poet Owen Sheers in a specially recorded edition at Bristol's More Than Words Listening Festival. Includes Richard Burton reading Under Milk Wood. Matthew Parris presents.Dylan Thomas proposed by another Welsh poet Owen Sheers in a specially recorded edition at Bristol's More Than Words Listening Festival. Includes Richard Burton reading Under Milk Wood. Matthew Parris presents....Dylan Thomas proposed by another Welsh poet Owen Sheers in a specially recorded edition at Bristol's More Than Words Listening Festival. Includes Richard Burton reading Under Milk Wood. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:00:00 +010028:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120403-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120403-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Razia Sultana 31 Jan 12Co-chairman of the Conservative party Sayeeda Warsi tells Matthew Parris why she's fascinated by the much mythologized thirteenth century Indian princess Razia Sultana, who ruled for less than four years in the 1230s but has long been celebrated as the first female Indian Muslim leader. They are joined by writer and expert on India, William Dalrymple.Co-chairman of the Conservative party Sayeeda Warsi tells Matthew Parris why she's fascinated by the much mythologized thirteenth century Indian princess Razia Sultana, who ruled for less than four years in the 1230s but has long been celebrated as...Co-chairman of the Conservative party Sayeeda Warsi tells Matthew Parris why she's fascinated by the much mythologized thirteenth century Indian princess Razia Sultana, who ruled for less than four years in the 1230s but has long been celebrated as the first female Indian Muslim leader. They are joined by writer and expert on India, William Dalrymple.Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +000027:49http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120131-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120131-1700b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Vera Brittain 23 Jan 12The pacifist Vera Brittain - who bore witness to the toll of the First World War on her generation - is discussed by her daughter Baroness Shirley Williams and Dr Clare Gerada. Presented by Matthew Parris.The pacifist Vera Brittain - who bore witness to the toll of the First World War on her generation - is discussed by her daughter Baroness Shirley Williams and Dr Clare Gerada. Presented by Matthew Parris....The pacifist Vera Brittain - who bore witness to the toll of the First World War on her generation - is discussed by her daughter Baroness Shirley Williams and Dr Clare Gerada. Presented by Matthew Parris.Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +000027:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120124-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120124-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Gracie Allen 1 Jan 12Matthew Parris is joined by the actress Emma Kennedy to explore the life of the American comedienne Gracie Allen.Matthew Parris is joined by the actress Emma Kennedy to explore the life of the American comedienne Gracie Allen....Matthew Parris is joined by the actress Emma Kennedy to explore the life of the American comedienne Gracie Allen.Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +000027:15http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120117-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120117-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Joseph Rotblat 10 Jan 12Astronomer Royal Sir Martin Rees tells Matthew Parris why his hero, physicist Joseph Rotblat, lived a "great life". Rotblat was a brilliant physicist who was the only scientist to resign from the Manhattan Project once it became clear that Germany would not make an atomic bomb. Joining them in the studio is Rotblat's friend and colleague Kit Hill.Astronomer Royal Sir Martin Rees tells Matthew Parris why his hero, physicist Joseph Rotblat, lived a "great life". Rotblat was a brilliant physicist who was the only scientist to resign from the Manhattan Project once it became clear that Germany...Astronomer Royal Sir Martin Rees tells Matthew Parris why his hero, physicist Joseph Rotblat, lived a "great life". Rotblat was a brilliant physicist who was the only scientist to resign from the Manhattan Project once it became clear that Germany would not make an atomic bomb. Joining them in the studio is Rotblat's friend and colleague Kit Hill.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +000028:03http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120110-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120110-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Lonnie Donegan 3 Jan 12Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter tells Matthew Parris why skiffle king Lonnie Donegan is his hero. Lonnie Donegan is probably best remembered for the novelty hits "My Old Man's a Dustman" and "Does Your Chewing Gum Lose its Flavour? " However, early hits like "Rock Island Line" were instrumental in inspiring the likes of John Lennon, Brian May and Roger Daltrey to perform.Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter tells Matthew Parris why skiffle king Lonnie Donegan is his hero. Lonnie Donegan is probably best remembered for the novelty hits "My Old Man's a Dustman" and "Does Your Chewing Gum Lose its Flavour? " However, early...Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter tells Matthew Parris why skiffle king Lonnie Donegan is his hero. Lonnie Donegan is probably best remembered for the novelty hits "My Old Man's a Dustman" and "Does Your Chewing Gum Lose its Flavour? " However, early hits like "Rock Island Line" were instrumental in inspiring the likes of John Lennon, Brian May and Roger Daltrey to perform.Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:00:00 +000027:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120103-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20120103-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Ludwig II of Bavaria 27 Dec 11Brian Sewell on his long-standing love of "Mad" King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who built the ultimate fantasy castle at Neuschwanstein. Presenter Matthew Parris and contributor Simon Winder find out more...Brian Sewell on his long-standing love of "Mad" King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who built the ultimate fantasy castle at Neuschwanstein. Presenter Matthew Parris and contributor Simon Winder find out more......Brian Sewell on his long-standing love of "Mad" King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who built the ultimate fantasy castle at Neuschwanstein. Presenter Matthew Parris and contributor Simon Winder find out more...Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:00:00 +000027:56http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111227-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111227-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Thomas Hobbes 20 Dec 11Thomas Hobbes: the writer and psychologist Steven Pinker joins Matthew Parris to discuss the life of the great English philosopher. Noel Malcolm from All Souls College, Oxford provides the expert analyis.
Power and violence are themes of the discussion of Hobbes who, Steven Pinker argues, was "perhaps the first cognitive psychologist."Thomas Hobbes: the writer and psychologist Steven Pinker joins Matthew Parris to discuss the life of the great English philosopher. Noel Malcolm from All Souls College, Oxford provides the expert analyis.
Power and violence are themes of the...Thomas Hobbes: the writer and psychologist Steven Pinker joins Matthew Parris to discuss the life of the great English philosopher. Noel Malcolm from All Souls College, Oxford provides the expert analyis.
Power and violence are themes of the discussion of Hobbes who, Steven Pinker argues, was "perhaps the first cognitive psychologist."Tue, 20 Dec 2011 17:00:00 +000027:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111220-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111220-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Ludwig Wittgenstein 13 Dec 11Ludwig Wittgenstein, the fascinating and misunderstood genius who changed the course of philosophy, is chosen by writer Raymond Tallis. With biographer Ray Monk, he brings alive this most enigmatic of men and his singular life. And to make sure that they don't get lost in Wittgensteinian thought, presenter Matthew Parris brings along a whistle to blow whenever he feels in danger..Ludwig Wittgenstein, the fascinating and misunderstood genius who changed the course of philosophy, is chosen by writer Raymond Tallis. With biographer Ray Monk, he brings alive this most enigmatic of men and his singular life. And to make sure that...Ludwig Wittgenstein, the fascinating and misunderstood genius who changed the course of philosophy, is chosen by writer Raymond Tallis. With biographer Ray Monk, he brings alive this most enigmatic of men and his singular life. And to make sure that they don't get lost in Wittgensteinian thought, presenter Matthew Parris brings along a whistle to blow whenever he feels in danger..Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:00:00 +000028:14http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111213-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111213-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Philip K Dick 06 Dec 11Actor Michael Sheen (Frost/Nixon; The Queen; Midnight in Paris) explores the life of Philip K Dick, and explains how this enigmatic science-fiction writer has influenced his recent production of Hamlet.Actor Michael Sheen (Frost/Nixon; The Queen; Midnight in Paris) explores the life of Philip K Dick, and explains how this enigmatic science-fiction writer has influenced his recent production of Hamlet....Actor Michael Sheen (Frost/Nixon; The Queen; Midnight in Paris) explores the life of Philip K Dick, and explains how this enigmatic science-fiction writer has influenced his recent production of Hamlet.Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:45:00 +000028:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111206-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111206-1645a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Shakespeare 30 Aug 11The bard himself, William Shakespeare, is nominated for great life status by poetry curator, Daisy Goodwin. Dominic Dromgoole of the Globe Theatre joins Matthew Parris.The bard himself, William Shakespeare, is nominated for great life status by poetry curator, Daisy Goodwin. Dominic Dromgoole of the Globe Theatre joins Matthew Parris....The bard himself, William Shakespeare, is nominated for great life status by poetry curator, Daisy Goodwin. Dominic Dromgoole of the Globe Theatre joins Matthew Parris.Fri, 07 Oct 2011 17:30:00 +010028:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111007-1730.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20111007-1730c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: 27.09.11: Gerald DurrellGreat Lives. Former England footballer Graeme le Saux champions the life of conservationist Gerald Durrell. Also joining presenter Matthew Parris is Geralds widow Lee Durrell.Great Lives. Former England footballer Graeme le Saux champions the life of conservationist Gerald Durrell. Also joining presenter Matthew Parris is Geralds widow Lee Durrell....Great Lives. Former England footballer Graeme le Saux champions the life of conservationist Gerald Durrell. Also joining presenter Matthew Parris is Geralds widow Lee Durrell.Tue, 27 Sep 2011 17:00:00 +010028:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110927-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110927-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Hildegard von Bingen 20 Sept 11The singer and broadcaster Cerys Matthews tells Matthew Parris why she thinks the life of the 12th century nun, Hildegard von Bingen qualifies as great.The singer and broadcaster Cerys Matthews tells Matthew Parris why she thinks the life of the 12th century nun, Hildegard von Bingen qualifies as great....The singer and broadcaster Cerys Matthews tells Matthew Parris why she thinks the life of the 12th century nun, Hildegard von Bingen qualifies as great.Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:45:00 +010027:43http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110920-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110920-1645a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Lutyens 13 Sept 11Edwin Lutyens, architect of New Delhi and the Cenotaph, chosen for Great Lives by Simon Jenkins. Expert advice from Lutyens great grand daughter Jane Ridley and presented by Matthew Parris.Edwin Lutyens, architect of New Delhi and the Cenotaph, chosen for Great Lives by Simon Jenkins. Expert advice from Lutyens great grand daughter Jane Ridley and presented by Matthew Parris....Edwin Lutyens, architect of New Delhi and the Cenotaph, chosen for Great Lives by Simon Jenkins. Expert advice from Lutyens great grand daughter Jane Ridley and presented by Matthew Parris.Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:41:00 +010027:59http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110913-1741.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110913-1741b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Hans Fallada 06 Sept 11Fast Show comedian Simon Day tells Matthew Parris why he's fascinated by the life of German author Hans Fallada. Matthew is also joined by Fallada's biographer Jenny Williams.Fast Show comedian Simon Day tells Matthew Parris why he's fascinated by the life of German author Hans Fallada. Matthew is also joined by Fallada's biographer Jenny Williams....Fast Show comedian Simon Day tells Matthew Parris why he's fascinated by the life of German author Hans Fallada. Matthew is also joined by Fallada's biographer Jenny Williams.Tue, 06 Sep 2011 17:01:00 +010028:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110906-1701.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110906-1701a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Eduardo Paolozzi 23 Aug 11Restaurateur Antonio Carluccio nominates his friend the sculptor and forefather of Pop Art Eduardo Paolozzi as a Great Life. Joining Antonio and presenter Matthew Parris in the studio is cultural historian Sir Christopher Frayling.Restaurateur Antonio Carluccio nominates his friend the sculptor and forefather of Pop Art Eduardo Paolozzi as a Great Life. Joining Antonio and presenter Matthew Parris in the studio is cultural historian Sir Christopher Frayling....Restaurateur Antonio Carluccio nominates his friend the sculptor and forefather of Pop Art Eduardo Paolozzi as a Great Life. Joining Antonio and presenter Matthew Parris in the studio is cultural historian Sir Christopher Frayling.Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +010027:51http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110823-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110823-1700c.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Kirsty MacColl 09 Aug 11Broadcaster Janice Long tells Matthew Parris why her friend singer-songwriter Kirsty MacColl led a "great life" despite her tragically early death in a boating accident in 2000.Broadcaster Janice Long tells Matthew Parris why her friend singer-songwriter Kirsty MacColl led a "great life" despite her tragically early death in a boating accident in 2000....Broadcaster Janice Long tells Matthew Parris why her friend singer-songwriter Kirsty MacColl led a "great life" despite her tragically early death in a boating accident in 2000.Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:45:00 +010028:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110809-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110809-1645a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Graham Greene 02 Aug 11Graham Greene, author of Brighton Rock and The Third Man, proposed by Tim Butcher. Matthew Parris presents and David Pearce battles bravely to defend the reputation of a writer who played Russian Roulette when bored.Graham Greene, author of Brighton Rock and The Third Man, proposed by Tim Butcher. Matthew Parris presents and David Pearce battles bravely to defend the reputation of a writer who played Russian Roulette when bored....Graham Greene, author of Brighton Rock and The Third Man, proposed by Tim Butcher. Matthew Parris presents and David Pearce battles bravely to defend the reputation of a writer who played Russian Roulette when bored.Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +010027:19http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110802-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110802-1700b.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Harold Pinter 24 May 11Playwright Harold Pinter is chosen by Diane Abbott MP. With expert assistance from the critic and biographer Michael Billington and presented by Matthew Parris.Playwright Harold Pinter is chosen by Diane Abbott MP. With expert assistance from the critic and biographer Michael Billington and presented by Matthew Parris....Playwright Harold Pinter is chosen by Diane Abbott MP. With expert assistance from the critic and biographer Michael Billington and presented by Matthew Parris.Tue, 24 May 2011 17:00:00 +010027:53http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110524-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110524-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Jack Johnson 17 May 11Jack Johnson, the Galveston Giant, was the first African American heavyweight champion of the world. Chosen by Matthew Syed both for his boxing skills and for what he came to represent. Matthew Parris presents.Jack Johnson, the Galveston Giant, was the first African American heavyweight champion of the world. Chosen by Matthew Syed both for his boxing skills and for what he came to represent. Matthew Parris presents....Jack Johnson, the Galveston Giant, was the first African American heavyweight champion of the world. Chosen by Matthew Syed both for his boxing skills and for what he came to represent. Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 17 May 2011 17:00:00 +010027:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110517-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110517-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Petra Kelly 10 May 11Matthew Parris presents the biographical series in which his guests choose someone who's inspired their lives. Green MP Caroline Lucas nominates German Green politician Petra Kelly.Matthew Parris presents the biographical series in which his guests choose someone who's inspired their lives. Green MP Caroline Lucas nominates German Green politician Petra Kelly....Matthew Parris presents the biographical series in which his guests choose someone who's inspired their lives. Green MP Caroline Lucas nominates German Green politician Petra Kelly.Tue, 10 May 2011 16:45:00 +010028:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110510-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110510-1645a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Lewis Carroll 03 May 11Matthew Parris and writer Lynne Truss discuss the life of author Lewis Carroll. Famous for the Alice books, Carroll was also a brilliant mathematician and early photographer.Matthew Parris and writer Lynne Truss discuss the life of author Lewis Carroll. Famous for the Alice books, Carroll was also a brilliant mathematician and early photographer....Matthew Parris and writer Lynne Truss discuss the life of author Lewis Carroll. Famous for the Alice books, Carroll was also a brilliant mathematician and early photographer.Tue, 03 May 2011 16:45:00 +010028:07http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110503-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110503-1645a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Kathleen Ferrier 27 Apr 11Broadcaster Sue MacGregor nominates singer Kathleen Ferrer, who died tragically young. Matthew Parris presents, with the help of Christopher Fifield who edited Ferrier's letters.Broadcaster Sue MacGregor nominates singer Kathleen Ferrer, who died tragically young. Matthew Parris presents, with the help of Christopher Fifield who edited Ferrier's letters....Broadcaster Sue MacGregor nominates singer Kathleen Ferrer, who died tragically young. Matthew Parris presents, with the help of Christopher Fifield who edited Ferrier's letters.Tue, 26 Apr 2011 16:45:00 +010027:45http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110426-1645.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110426-1645a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Simone de BeauvoirActress Diana Quick tells Matthew Parris why Simone de Beauvoir changed her life after reading "The Second Sex". Lisa Appignanesi is the expert witness.Actress Diana Quick tells Matthew Parris why Simone de Beauvoir changed her life after reading "The Second Sex". Lisa Appignanesi is the expert witness....Actress Diana Quick tells Matthew Parris why Simone de Beauvoir changed her life after reading "The Second Sex". Lisa Appignanesi is the expert witness.Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +010025:35http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110419-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110419-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Bernstein 12 Apr 10Leonard Bernstein, composer of West Side Story, was one of the greatest musical figures of the twentieth century. He's chosen by conductor Charles Hazlewood. Presenter Matthew Parris asks Bernstein's colleague and friend, Humphrey Burton, blunt questions about the great man's sexuality.Leonard Bernstein, composer of West Side Story, was one of the greatest musical figures of the twentieth century. He's chosen by conductor Charles Hazlewood. Presenter Matthew Parris asks Bernstein's colleague and friend, Humphrey Burton, blunt...Leonard Bernstein, composer of West Side Story, was one of the greatest musical figures of the twentieth century. He's chosen by conductor Charles Hazlewood. Presenter Matthew Parris asks Bernstein's colleague and friend, Humphrey Burton, blunt questions about the great man's sexuality.Tue, 12 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +010028:08http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110412-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110412-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Thomas Edison 05 April 11Sir Clive Sinclair nominates fellow inventor Thomas Edison. Edison invented sound recording, the electric light bulb and moving pictures, but also had his fair share of duds along the way. Sir Clive invented the first electronic calculator but also the ill-fated C5 electric car. Separated by a century, do the two men have anything in common? Joining the discussion is Edison's biographer Neil Baldwin.Sir Clive Sinclair nominates fellow inventor Thomas Edison. Edison invented sound recording, the electric light bulb and moving pictures, but also had his fair share of duds along the way. Sir Clive invented the first electronic calculator but also...Sir Clive Sinclair nominates fellow inventor Thomas Edison. Edison invented sound recording, the electric light bulb and moving pictures, but also had his fair share of duds along the way. Sir Clive invented the first electronic calculator but also the ill-fated C5 electric car. Separated by a century, do the two men have anything in common? Joining the discussion is Edison's biographer Neil Baldwin.Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:00:00 +010026:55http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110405-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110405-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Marcus Garvey 01 Feb 11Kwame Kwei-Armah chooses Marcus Garvey, the inspirational black leader of the early twentieth century. With biographer Colin Grant and presenter Matthew Parris.Kwame Kwei-Armah chooses Marcus Garvey, the inspirational black leader of the early twentieth century. With biographer Colin Grant and presenter Matthew Parris....Kwame Kwei-Armah chooses Marcus Garvey, the inspirational black leader of the early twentieth century. With biographer Colin Grant and presenter Matthew Parris.Tue, 01 Feb 2011 17:00:00 +000028:04http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110201-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110201-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Mary Stott 25 Jan 2011Katharine Whitehorn nominates Mary Stott, the great campaigning journalist and the first editor of the Guardian women's page. Dame Liz Forgan shares her memories of working with Mary, and Matthew Parris presents.Katharine Whitehorn nominates Mary Stott, the great campaigning journalist and the first editor of the Guardian women's page. Dame Liz Forgan shares her memories of working with Mary, and Matthew Parris presents....Katharine Whitehorn nominates Mary Stott, the great campaigning journalist and the first editor of the Guardian women's page. Dame Liz Forgan shares her memories of working with Mary, and Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 25 Jan 2011 17:00:00 +000028:11http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110125-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110125-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Gertrude Bell 18 Jan 11Iraqi-born physicist Jim al-Khalili explores the life of Gertrude Bell, adventurer, archaeologist and arguably the founder of modern Iraq.Iraqi-born physicist Jim al-Khalili explores the life of Gertrude Bell, adventurer, archaeologist and arguably the founder of modern Iraq....Iraqi-born physicist Jim al-Khalili explores the life of Gertrude Bell, adventurer, archaeologist and arguably the founder of modern Iraq.Tue, 18 Jan 2011 17:00:00 +000028:02http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110118-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110118-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Aneurin Bevan 04 Jan 11Matthew Parris explores the life of Aneurin Bevan, the founder of the NHS, chosen by the former leader of the Labour Party, Lord Kinnock. John Campbell adds biographical detail.Matthew Parris explores the life of Aneurin Bevan, the founder of the NHS, chosen by the former leader of the Labour Party, Lord Kinnock. John Campbell adds biographical detail....Matthew Parris explores the life of Aneurin Bevan, the founder of the NHS, chosen by the former leader of the Labour Party, Lord Kinnock. John Campbell adds biographical detail.Tue, 04 Jan 2011 17:00:00 +000028:13http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110104-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20110104-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Sammy Davis Jr 28 Dec 10Lionel Blair chooses his friend and dancing partner Sammy Davis Jr - Puerto Rican, Jewish, and possessing only one eye, but a great all round performer. Paul Gambaccini offers expert advice and Matthew Parris presents.Lionel Blair chooses his friend and dancing partner Sammy Davis Jr - Puerto Rican, Jewish, and possessing only one eye, but a great all round performer. Paul Gambaccini offers expert advice and Matthew Parris presents....Lionel Blair chooses his friend and dancing partner Sammy Davis Jr - Puerto Rican, Jewish, and possessing only one eye, but a great all round performer. Paul Gambaccini offers expert advice and Matthew Parris presents.Tue, 28 Dec 2010 17:00:00 +000027:58http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101228-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101228-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Beckett 21 Dec 10Sir Gerry Robinson chooses fellow Irishman Samuel Beckett. Matthew Parris presents and Jim Knowlson, a personal friend of the playwright, offers the expert's view.Sir Gerry Robinson chooses fellow Irishman Samuel Beckett. Matthew Parris presents and Jim Knowlson, a personal friend of the playwright, offers the expert's view....Sir Gerry Robinson chooses fellow Irishman Samuel Beckett. Matthew Parris presents and Jim Knowlson, a personal friend of the playwright, offers the expert's view.Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:00:00 +000028:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101221-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101221-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: DH Lawrence 14 Dec 10Matthew Parris is joined by John Hegley and Geoff Dyer to discuss the life of DH Lawrence, author, poet, painter, who died aged just 44 but made a giant contribution to literature.Matthew Parris is joined by John Hegley and Geoff Dyer to discuss the life of DH Lawrence, author, poet, painter, who died aged just 44 but made a giant contribution to literature....Matthew Parris is joined by John Hegley and Geoff Dyer to discuss the life of DH Lawrence, author, poet, painter, who died aged just 44 but made a giant contribution to literature.Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:00:00 +000027:54http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101214-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101214-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Malcolm McLaren 07 Dec 10Was Malcolm McLaren a musical great, or the great rock n' roll swindler ? Mark Borkowski joins Matthew Parris and Chris Salewicz in a discussion centred around compelling archive.Was Malcolm McLaren a musical great, or the great rock n' roll swindler ? Mark Borkowski joins Matthew Parris and Chris Salewicz in a discussion centred around compelling archive....Was Malcolm McLaren a musical great, or the great rock n' roll swindler ? Mark Borkowski joins Matthew Parris and Chris Salewicz in a discussion centred around compelling archive.Tue, 07 Dec 2010 17:00:00 +000028:01http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101207-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20101207-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Walt Disney 28 Sept 10Gerald Scarfe, creator of some of the most savage cartoon images of the last forty years, chooses Walt Disney for Great Lives. Brian Sibley and Roger Rabbit creator Richard Williams join presenter Matthew Parris in the studio debate.Gerald Scarfe, creator of some of the most savage cartoon images of the last forty years, chooses Walt Disney for Great Lives. Brian Sibley and Roger Rabbit creator Richard Williams join presenter Matthew Parris in the studio debate....Gerald Scarfe, creator of some of the most savage cartoon images of the last forty years, chooses Walt Disney for Great Lives. Brian Sibley and Roger Rabbit creator Richard Williams join presenter Matthew Parris in the studio debate.Tue, 28 Sep 2010 17:00:00 +010028:06http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20100928-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20100928-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Montaigne 21 Sept 10Robert Winston chooses Michel de Montaigne, one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance. Adding their help are biographer Sarah Bakewell and presenter Matthew Parris.Robert Winston chooses Michel de Montaigne, one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance. Adding their help are biographer Sarah Bakewell and presenter Matthew Parris....Robert Winston chooses Michel de Montaigne, one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance. Adding their help are biographer Sarah Bakewell and presenter Matthew Parris.Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:00:00 +010027:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20100921-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20100921-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Winston Churchill 14 Sept 10Winston Churchill's is the Great Life chosen by Lord Digby Jones, former Director General of the CBI. Expert contribution comes from Professor David Reynolds. Both men have vivid memories of the day in 1965 when, as children, they heard that Churchill had died. Surprisingly this is the first time that Churchill has been nominated in the series.Winston Churchill's is the Great Life chosen by Lord Digby Jones, former Director General of the CBI. Expert contribution comes from Professor David Reynolds. Both men have vivid memories of the day in 1965 when, as children, they heard that Churchill...Winston Churchill's is the Great Life chosen by Lord Digby Jones, former Director General of the CBI. Expert contribution comes from Professor David Reynolds. Both men have vivid memories of the day in 1965 when, as children, they heard that Churchill had died. Surprisingly this is the first time that Churchill has been nominated in the series.Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:00:00 +010027:46http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20100914-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/radio4/greatlives/greatlives_20100914-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4GreatLives: Golda Meir 07 Sept 10Golda Meir was the Iron Lady of Israeli politics, a straight-talking, intransigent leader who once said, "There is a type of woman who does not let her husband narrow her horizons". She is the choice of former Conservative government minister Edwina Currie. Matthew Parris presents and historian Ahron Bregman joins as expert witness.Golda Meir was the Iron Lady of Israeli politics, a straight-talking, intransigent leader who once said, "There is a type of woman who does not let her husband narrow her horizons". She is the choice of former Conservative government minister Edwina...Golda Meir was the Iron Lady of Israeli politics, a straight-talking, intransigent leader who once said, "There is a type of woman who does not let her husband narrow her horizons". She is the choice of former Conservative government minister Edwina Currie. Matthew Parris presents and historian Ahron Bregman joins as expert witness.Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:00:00 +010027:50http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/greatlives_20100907-1700.mp3http://downloads.bbc.co.uk/podcasts/greatlives_20100907-1700a.mp3BBC Radio 4